Located on the banks of River Yamuna, it is dedicated to the brother-sister sibling duo of Yam (pronounced as yum) and Yamuna. The story related to this temple is a very interesting one. It is said that once, on the occasion of Bhai Duj (the day following Diwali) Yamuna requested her brother to come over for dinner. After the dinner, as per the customary tradition, Yum insisted his sister ask for something from him. This left Yamuna confused as she already had everything and she dint know what else she could demand for. On much persistence from his brother, Yamuna finally put forth her wish – On this day of Bhai Duj, all those sisters who along with their brothers, will devotedly bathe in my waters and visit our temple together should be freed from all your reprimands and punishments and be granted liberation – that was happily granted by Yam.

Entrance to the Yam-Yamuna Temple

Keeping with that pledge, even today, on the auspicious eve of Bhai duj (the second day of Diwali) every year, the Vishram ghat gets flanked by sister-brother pair coming over from all over the country and the entire river front literally transposes into a huge sibling fair.

The sibling duo of Yam (right side of the picture) and Yamuna

I am blessed to have been here twice in the past on this very occasion and to have witnessed this event along with my brother, I must confess, the kind of worship that one experiences when one takes a dip with both hands tightly clutched together, that moment is beyond any expressions... it is a real wonderful feeling, full of pure idyllic love!

Yamuna Temple

Just opposite the Yam-Yamuna Temple is situated the Yamuna Temple dedicated exclusively to Goddess Yamuna. After praying to Her on the River Ghats, devotees come to this temple and do not forget to offer their prayers here as well.

Yamuna Temple

Goddess Yamuna

Gatashram

According to the ancient Hindu scriptures, after bathing at Vishram Ghat, one should visit the deity of Gatashram, which means 'refuge from fatigue'. The original temple is reportedly gone, in place of which is built one that dates back to the 18th century. It houses a four armed standing image of Lord Vishnu flanked by Radha and Kubja on both sides.

Durvasa Muni's Ashram

This place is on the other side of the Yamuna River from Mathura and one can see it during the boat ride. Here sage Durvasa had performed time in penance opposite the Vishram Ghat.

Besides these important temples listed above, there are
countless other temples dedicated to various Gods and Goddesses like
Laxmi Narayan temple, Krishna - Balaram Temple, Hanuman temple, that one
sights with each step that one takes here.

@Mareta One can say the the ghat area of Mathura including the buildings does bear a close resemblance to the ghats in Varanasi. But the ghats in Varanasi -- are ornate and more in number when compared to Mathura -- where the look is more subtle and the buildings, though ancient, are also few.

What a lovely place and story -- what a generous brother to take such good care of his sister! (I hope our kids are as good to each other ;>))...this post made me miss my brother though, who has been gone for many years now.

Arti,I am very much thrilled by your words of inspiration. Am really sorry for the delay in writing the new post.Some very important work is going on.Soon I would try.

But,you are very well meeting out my deficiency.I am always delighted by your interesting and wonderfulwriting supported by beautiful eye-catching pictures.The comments on your post are also interesting to read and reflect pious love of your readers towards you.

What a visual treat! Arti, I'm inspired to hit the gym, wax my Timberlands and hit the trekking trail once again :-)and so here's a little something from my blog to yours. Do check out http://averilgomes.wordpress.com/2012/04/12/sunshine-versatile-and-a-plateful-of-pakoras/

With so many temples, I’d wonder which to visit and you gave us nice pieces of information. I like it when the Hindu temples are beautifully colorful, I like the yellow, silver, and blue... but if I had to pick a favorite (though it’s hard), I’d go for the seventh with the chic color tone.

It is very moving story with our brothers and sisters, Artie! And I am glad to feel the ultimate brotherly love!The photos you filled so nice colors and interesting information!Many greetings and kisses

I am very interested in the Hanuman temple! In Nara-machi, there is a hall of the blue-faced deity whose messengers are monkeys. So on the roof or under the eaves of his small hall there are lots of monkey statues and dolls. I have heard the story of this white monkey with magical powers. I enjoy your stories always, and find something similar and familiar with our culture sometimes. It is a great delight for me. Arti, thanks a lot. keiko

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